The beauty of the lotus has made it a sacred plant throughout most of Asia where it is found growing naturally in still ponds and lakes. The dried stamen has anti-oxidant and astringent properties. When infused in water, it creates a pale, green-gold tea with a pleasant vegetal taste. The tea is useful for inhibiting nausea, lifting the mood, and for the antihemorrhagic effect that is associated with all parts of the lotus plant.